The Senior Project Manager Common Modernised Systems will manage the HRIS (Human Resources Information Management) Project and other Common Modernised System projects as required.
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of a complex, multi-year, multi-stakeholder digital transformation program of statewide significance. The role leads the planning, coordination, governance, and delivery of the SAP HRIS, ensuring outcomes are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to agreed strategic, academic, and operational requirements across the TAFE network.
As the Senior Project Manager (HRIS), your key responsibilities include:
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Successfully lead the development and implementation of the SAP HRIS project on time and within budget.
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Effectively plan and problem solve to deliver quality outcomes.
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Evaluate underperforming areas of the project and work with the Director TAFE Transformation to develop and implement solutions.
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Manage the development and maintenance of the integrated project plan, delivery roadmap, milestones, risks and issues, dependencies, and critical path.
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Manage delivery across internal teams, partner TAFEs, and Implementation partner.
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Ensure delivery aligns with agreed scope, objectives, quality standards, and requirements.
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Proactively monitor and track the progress and intended benefits of projects.
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Demonstrate Chisholm’s values in day-to-day interactions when leading the project and workstreams.
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Manage cross-functional collaboration and input within the organisation and with external stakeholders.
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Ensure delivery of project communications and ensure alignment with Chisholm policies, branding and values.
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Consult with a wide range of internal and/or external stakeholders as required.
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Work collaboratively with stakeholders to create and manage project scope documents and schedules/project plans.
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Consult with a wide range of internal and/or external stakeholders as required.
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Work collaboratively with stakeholders to create and manage project scope documents and schedules/project plans.
ABOUT YOU
You are a highly motivated individual with Demonstrated experience managing complex projects or workstreams.
Qualifications required for the role:
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Relevant tertiary qualifications in IT, Business or a related field or equivalent experience
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Project Management Certification or relevant experience (desirable)
ABOUT US
Chisholm is one of the largest vocational training providers in the state with a team of over 1,400 dedicated staff supporting 41,000 students who choose to study at Chisholm and training at our modern campuses across Melbourne’s southeast and online. We partner with governments, educational institutes, and businesses worldwide, sharing our expertise in vocational education.
We offer over 400 courses that include nationally accredited pathways from secondary school programs and short courses, through to certificates, diplomas, and degrees.
At Chisholm, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. We know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain a team of talented people.
Chisholm has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated consistently in accordance with Chisholm policy and procedure.
WHAT WE OFFER
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An Inclusive work culture- Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people’s unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education.
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Professional Development- continue to grow your career
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Networking Opportunities with Industry Partners
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State of the art facilities on our campuses
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Free on-site parking as well as locations close to public transport
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Free Employee Assistance Program- get the support you want. Its confidential.
If this is the job for you, please apply online now. We look forward to receiving your application!
Important information about your application:
Your application should include:
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a cover letter
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your resume
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contact details of three (3) referees
Please note, appointment to this position is subject to satisfactory completion of Safety Screening requirements including:
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Verified copies of all qualifications and transcripts as listed on resume.
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Current & Valid Working with Children Check (Employee and not Volunteer)
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Verified copy of unrestricted rights to work in Australia
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Verified Police Check
Applications for this position close at 09am, Friday 12 June 2026.
If you have any questions regarding the position or require further information, please contact Jane Phipps, Director TAFE Transformation at [email protected].
We are committed to a fair and equitable merit-based recruitment process for all our candidates. If you have specific accessibility or support requirements please contact our Belonging & Inclusion Lead by emailing [email protected].
Chisholm Institute reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position at any stage.
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